Laser hair treatments can offer an easy way to stimulate hair growth at home. If you've noticed thinning hair or slowly developing bald spots, we suggest taking action quickly to begin laser hair therapy and slow the thinning process. There are many myths that may dissuade you from pursuing this simple and effective treatment for thinning hair, so we're here to dispel them. Here's the truth about laser hair treatments.

Myth: Laser Therapy Is Painful

Some misinformation suggests that laser hair therapy burns the scalp or causes a sharp, painful sensation. This simply isn't true. The gentle medical-grade lasers that are used for hair restoration deliver low level light at a wavelength that is cool to the touch and pain-free on your scalp. You may briefly experience a tingly sensation when using a laser hair treatment for the first time, but this isn't painful and the sensation rarely lasts for more than a few minutes.

Our laser hair treatments from HairMax stimulate hair growth comfortably with no harmful side effects.

Myth: Lasers Only Affect the Skin's Surface

Laser hair therapy stimulates your hair follicles, working beneath the skin's surface to encourage hair growth. The scalp absorbs the focused laser light so it can reach beneath the skin and work on the root of the problem. Laser hair therapy from HairMax uses medical-grade lasers which are different from LED lights. An LED light lacks the focus and intensity needed for noticeable results, which is why we work exclusively with more powerful medical-grade laser light.

Our HairMax products feature laser diodes that are placed close together for consistent, uniform delivery of laser light to the follicles. This gives you the coverage that you need for powerful rejuvenation of the hair follicles across your scalp.

Myth: You Will Get Immediate Results With Laser Therapy

You should expect to wait 12 to 16 weeks to see new hair growth after you've started laser hair therapy. Don't give up on your treatment if your hair still looks the same for the first few months. Stimulating the hair follicles can take time. Once they receive the signal that it's time to move back into the growth phase, your follicles will still need to do the work of producing those hairs. Be patient and keep up with regular treatments.

You should plan to use our laser hair therapy device at least three times a week for the best results. After six months of use, clinical studies showed a 90% success rate with an average increase of 129 new hairs per square inch of scalp. Though it can take time, laser hair therapy makes a noticeable difference for most users.

Myth: Lasers Can Bring Dead Hair Follicles Back to Life

It's important to understand how laser hair therapy works so you can use it properly. It's best to begin laser hair therapy as soon as you start to notice hair loss. This treatment stimulates follicles that are alive but not currently producing hair. Hair follicles that are dead cannot be rejuvenated. Laser hair therapy may help you keep the hair you have, slowing hair loss. It can also regrow fuller hair from living follicles. A dermatologist may be able to help you better understand your condition so you know what to expect from this type of treatment.

Myth: Laser Hair Therapy Is Difficult

Laser hair therapy is very easy and can be done from the comfort of home. There are several different products available so you can choose the treatment method that best suits your personal preferences. The Pro12 Laser Comb is a handheld device that features two hair parting combs to give the lasers better access to your scalp. To use this, you simply move it slowly along your scalp, stopping for a few seconds in each position.

If you want a hands-free approach, you can also opt for our LaserBand or Laser Cap. These products sit on your head and deliver laser hair therapy to either a targeted section or the entire scalp. In the case of laser hair bands that cover only a portion of the scalp, you can still treat the entire head by moving the product to different positions throughout the treatment.

Myth: Laser Hair Treatment Is Expensive

Laser hair therapy doesn't cost a fortune. You can get the Ultima 9 Classic LaserComb for as little as $359. Even the PowerFlex Laser Cap with its 272 lasers starts $2,995. This is the price for the laser therapy device itself, so you can get years of use from the product for this price. By purchasing your laser hair therapy device for home use, you can eliminate any ongoing expenses for in-office treatments.

If you're interested in a safe, pain-free method for restoring hair growth, our laser hair therapy may deliver just what you're after. Combine laser treatments with restorative scalp products and beneficial supplements for the most powerful approach to regaining thick, healthy hair.